Noren Curtains
We look at the 5 things you should look at before you buy a Japanese noren curtain. We choose our top 3
Nigo & James Lavelle 1997 Japan Interview Translated
A complete translation of a 1997 interview between Nigo and James Lavelle.
Behind Bape
Examing the early roots of Nigo, A Bathing Ape, Last Orgy and beyond A Bathing Ape, or BAPE, is one of the world’s most popular brands, specializing in streetwear and lifestyle clothing. BAPE’s founder Nigo is almost as famous as his brand, having collaborated with everyone from musicians such as Pharrell Williams and Kanye West, …
Japanese Vase Top Ten
An overview of the big world of Japanese vases with a selection of good examples of the major styles.
Japan’s Most Famous Anti-War Folk Song? Wataru Takada’s Jieitai Ni Hairo
You probably know something about the anti-war folk music of the United States in the 1960s. But do you know much about the parallel movements in Japan?
Today I’m taking a look at one of the most representative songs of the time, Wataru Takada’s 自衛隊に入ろう Jietai in hairou or, as I’ve translated it, “Why don’t you join the army?”
Japanese Wall Scrolls – Gallery and Selection Guide
What types types of Japanese Wall Scrolls are there? What to look for if you would like a Japanese scroll? A short history, and where you can find Japanese scrolls.
Black Lives Matter In Japan – A Look At The Language
How have people been talking about Black Lives Matter in Japan? We translate language from various discussions on social media and other areas from Japanese into English, with a special focus on the amazing, brave work of Cocoa Lizzy and other Black Japanese commentators.
Top 10 Japanese Home Decor ideas to transform your home
Are you missing Japan? Why not bring a little bit of Japan into your home? We’ve selected the top 10 Japanese Home Decor items including Shoji lamps, noren, vases
Traditional Japanese Pajamas Gallery & Guide
Whos says you have to look your grandparents in bed? We take a look at the most interesting Japanese pajamas available online.
Samurai or CEO
Who said which quote?! Samurai or CEO?! 誰がどの名言を言ったか？！!侍か社長 ？！
We’ve translated quotes of famous CEOs and Samurai leaders from hundreds of years ago and mixed them up. Can you tell which said which?
Spoken in English and Japanese.
社長と昔の侍の名言を訳して混ぜました。どっちがどっちを言ったか分かりますか。
日本語と英語で話します。
